A genuine smile is a great way to express your joy and happiness. Smiles are a natural response to the birth of a child, seeing a beautiful sunset, or meeting up with a friend you haven’t seen in a long time. But when you are self-conscious about your teeth, you tend to hide your smile. Teeth that are chipped, yellowed, stained, or missing can make it difficult to express your deepest emotions. Here are five easy surgical procedures available at your Buffalo Grove dentist that can help transform your smile.

Dental Implants

A dental implant is an artificial tooth and root that is surgically implanted into the jawbone. Dr. McCune at Creekside Dental often recommends implants when other tooth replacement treatment options are not feasible or are not the best option. Dental implants are surgically rooted to the jaw, so they do not rely on nearby natural teeth for support. This smile surgery option is permanent and only requires regular oral hygiene to continue looking great. They restore both the function and look of your natural teeth.

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge consists of one or two prosthetic teeth. These teeth are supported by dental crowns that are placed on the natural teeth on each side of the gap caused by missing teeth. Bridges help restore the appearance and function of the missing teeth. They are also useful for helping to protect your oral health by keeping the remaining healthy teeth from shifting. When your teeth shift in response to a gap, it can make them harder to clean and increases your chances of gum disease and tooth decay.

Dental Crowns

When a tooth has become damaged but still has a healthy root system, your Buffalo Grove dentist may suggest a dental crown. Dental crowns are often beneficial for extending the life of a tooth. In some cases, Dr. McCune uses crowns as part of a smile makeover. Crowns are made by making an impression of the teeth and gums. The impression is used to make a model for the new tooth. Often this is used to design a new shape, length, or alignment of your teeth. Crowns are designed to match your natural tooth color and to blend in with the surrounding teeth.

Dental Veneers

Veneers are used to solve a lot of different cosmetic dental problems. A dental veneer is a very thin shell made from tooth-colored porcelain or composite material. It is then cemented to the surface of your tooth. They can help cover cosmetic issues without damaging or removing teeth. Their protective qualities often help eliminate the need for more extensive treatment options.

Dental Bonding

If you have chips or cracks in your teeth, Dr. McCune may recommend dental bonding. This procedure uses a tooth-colored resin to repair to fill in cracks and chips. The procedure is also useful for evening out teeth and closing gaps, so they are easier to clean as well as more aesthetic in appearance.

Teeth Whitening

Although it’s not technically considered a surgical procedure, teeth whitening is one of the simplest ways to improve the appearance of your teeth. Your Creekside Dental professional will first clean the surface of your teeth and remove plaque and tartar. Once this is completed, they will apply a whitening solution to enhance their looks. Sometimes, a dental polish is applied to help protect the enamel.

 Contact Your Buffalo Grove Dentist for Smile Surgery

When you are looking for results, Creekside Dental is the place to be! Dr. McCune and his team have the experience and expertise for restoring your smile and helping it look natural and healthy. Contact us today to learn more about transforming YOUR smile!